How proximity to muscle failure influences strength gain and muscle growth #83
How proximity to muscle failure influences strength gains and muscle growth #83 study: The dose-response relationship between proximity to muscle failure, strength gains and muscle hypertrophy - insights for optimal training Introduction: Why is the distance to muscle failure important? In strength training, we often talk about „going to the limit“. But how close do you really have to get to muscle failure in order to [...]
Training in the heat - advantages and disadvantages for your strength training in the gym #78
Training in the heat - advantages and disadvantages for your strength training in the gym #78 Welcome back to our blog! Today we're taking a look at an exciting topic: training in the heat, particularly strength training in the gym. It's not as if this summer is particularly hot or that the sun is even more than [...]
Top benefits of the Vertical Leg Press for effective leg training #75
Top benefits of the Vertical Leg Press for effective leg training #75 We've added a new "baby" to our gym - and what a baby it is! It's a Vertical Leg Press. I've been fascinated by this special piece of equipment for a long time. I deliberately decided against a conventional leg press because, in addition to the high demand for [...]
Sleep apnoea, fitness and performance #73
Sleep Apnoea, Fitness and Performance #73 Discover how sleep apnoea can affect your fitness and athletic performance and the strategies you can use to overcome these challenges. In the world of fitness and athletic performance, people often talk about the importance of nutrition and training. An equally crucial but less talked about factor is sleep, specifically the effects [...]
From filters to facts: Why a personal trainer is better than Instagram #48
From filters to facts: Why a personal trainer is better than Instagram #48 In this day and age, when social media and especially platforms like Instagram are shaping our understanding of fitness and health, I often face a particular challenge as a personal trainer. Time and time again, my clients come to me with questions that are [...]
Strength training and pain: how to prevent injuries and achieve your goals #39
Strength training and pain: How to prevent injuries and achieve your goals #39 Strength training is a popular method for increasing muscle development, strength and general fitness. However, it's not uncommon to experience pain during or after training. In this blog post you will learn how strength training and pain are related and how you can avoid or minimise pain [...].
Unleash Your Strength: Increase Your Mobility and Quality of Life with Effective Exercises! #26
Unleash Your Strength: Increase Your Mobility and Quality of Life with Effective Exercises! #26 Everyone has that one area in their life that is often overlooked until it becomes a priority. For me, it was Mobility. For many years I criminally underestimated the importance of mobility and flexibility due to everyday tasks and priorities. But [...]
#14 5 things that only a personal trainer can teach you
#14 5 Things Only a Personal Trainer Can Teach You In a world where YouTube tutorials and fitness apps rule the roost, you might wonder why you need a personal trainer at all. The answer is simple, but profound: a personal trainer offers customised, expert guidance that goes far beyond what generic [...]
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